A federal safety recall involving hundreds of thousands of portable phone chargers has been reissued following new incidents, including a fatal case and a fire aboard an airplane. The products, sold widely online over a two-year period, are now under renewed scrutiny.
The updated notice reflects additional reports received after the original recall in 2025. Regulators say the devices pose ongoing fire and burn risks linked to lithium-ion battery failures, raising broader concerns about the safety of commonly used portable electronics.
New Incidents Prompt Renewed Regulatory Action
The recall affects about 429,000 Casely Power Banks 5000mAh portable MagSafe-compatible wireless chargers, identified by model number E33A. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the devices were previously recalled in April 2025 after dozens of reports of overheating, swelling, or catching fire.
At that time, Casely had received 51 incident reports, including six cases of minor burn injuries. Since then, regulators have documented 28 additional incidents, which led to the reannouncement of the recall. Among these cases is the death of a 75-year-old woman in New Jersey.
According to the commission, the woman was using the charger on her lap in August 2024 when it ignited and exploded. She sustained severe burns and later died from complications related to those injuries. In a separate case earlier this year, a 47-year-old woman suffered first-degree burns when a recalled charger caught fire while she was using it on an airplane.
These incidents underscore the continued risks associated with the devices even after the initial recall. The affected power banks were sold through Casely’s website, Amazon, and other online retailers between March 2022 and September 2024.
Lithium-Ion Battery Risks and Disposal Guidance
The failures linked to the recalled chargers are associated with lithium-ion battery malfunctions. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, such batteries can overheat and enter a process known as thermal runaway, which may result in smoke, fire, or extreme heat.
This risk has led to increased attention from airlines and regulators. According to reports, Southwest Airlines recently introduced new restrictions limiting passengers to one portable lithium charger, which must be kept on their person or in an under-seat bag. The airline also no longer permits charging power banks using in-seat power systems.
The FAA has already prohibited lithium battery-powered devices, including portable chargers, from being stored in checked luggage. Over the past two decades, the agency has recorded more than 700 incidents involving lithium batteries, with 22 reported so far this year.
Consumers who own the recalled Casely chargers are advised to stop using them immediately. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, customers can request a free replacement by submitting documentation through the company’s website.
The commission also states that these devices should not be discarded in regular household trash due to fire hazards. Instead, consumers are instructed to contact local hazardous waste collection centers for proper disposal instructions, as the batteries require specific handling procedures.
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